8 tips for 100-mile trail races - from Anton Krupicka

A 100mile race wasn't on my to do list, but after hearing this advice from top US trail runner Anton Krupicka, I am now tempted! Are you?

8 fantastic tips here, from training and nutrition, to psychology and pushing through the pain barrier.

More advice from top trail runners coming up over the next few weeks, from living legends Billy Bland, Wendy Dodds, Steve Birkinshaw and Sarah Rowell, so do consider subscribing to this channel so you don't miss out.

Many thanks to Anton, it was fantastic to chat to him and I hope he recovers from his Achilles injury soon.

Credits:
La Sportiva and Freestak for allowing me to interview Anton after their excellent film night at Kendal Mountain Festival.

Photos:
Red Bull
Anton Krupicka
Buff and Buff Spain
La Sportiva

Music:
Energetic by Silent Partner

[craigbee]

“You need to get in a couple of long runs” - love the understated advice for training for 100 miles on foot 😂

[peterspieler]

I believe Anton is not that far off with his advice...even though he is one of the worlds best and he is giving advice for us mortals. I Have completed a 100 Miler plus 9000m+. My training was in fact not 'high mileage'...but certainly a 'few' long runs/walks. And as he says, the mental attitude accounts for probably at least 40% of completing a 100 Miler. I don't know why it is...but some humans like to push themselves further and further. So, in that spirit I have treated myself to a '60th Birthday present' and entered the Swiss Peaks Trail 360km and over 25000m +- :-)

[spoons]

Nice to see you got Anton to sit long enough for a good choice of questions... great work to both of you!

[TheJCRTube]

Tony's one of my earliest inspirations for ultra running and I'm glad to see he's still at it. I always get a big boost out of seeing him on the local trails.

[efishient]

I’m running a 24 hr race (my first race beyond marathon) in 6 weeks and hoping to clock but 100 miles but 100k minimum. Great tips. I love his laid back persona.

[acali]

I love how humble you are Anton. You tell it like it is. Share your experience. Thank you.

[haileighg]

Thank you for posting! I'm training for my first 50k now and watching people like this is really exciting and motivational

[jaisinhvaerkar]

This is fantastic advice for me. I’ll be doing my first 100 miler in December this year. These tips are really going to be of help

[MidsierramusingBlogspot]

Don't underestimate the 8th tip. Bike and C.C. Ski and swim miles are cardio too and avoid injuries.

[jimjim]

Dude is a humble gifted athlete who doesn't prescribe industry norm advice. I can appreciate that. Wish I could have seen him win 100 after 100... maybe that's not his calling.

[bradleyt]

Awesome. I am doing my first 100 mile race (Swiss Alps) in August, so this is really helpful!

[blackbird]

great interview, the man says a lot in a few words.

[anotherrunner]

Great interview. This guy is an inspiration for sure. Definitely seems to live an awesome life

[michaelgrimes]

My most realistic advice is this....don't compare yourself or your style to someone else...a lot of people compare themselves to the genetically elite....you know yourself, could you put more attention and effort into training??
My running always improve when i pick up a paper and pencil and make a plan..map out your week, and follow thru!
Happy running to all!

[DartmoorPaul]

Thanks Claire. A good one to watch again with my first 100 coming up in a few weeks :-)

[amyandmark]

Nice interview with one of the legends!

[ahmadulwan]

Great advice..will incorporated this in my training

[NepThach]

Awesomeness 😎 thank you for the tips guys

[runningwiththesithichean]

Baseline is Mountain Song by Jane's Addiction!

[today-nl]

Although 26.2 miles are my very limit, I like this video!